Rock River (Mississippi River tributary) - Wikipedia
The Rock River is a tributary of the Mississippi River, approximately 299 miles (481 km) long, [2] [3] in the U.S. states of Wisconsin and Illinois. The river was known as the Sinnissippi to Sauk and Meskwaki peoples; the name means "rocky waters".
Rock River - I Fish Illinois
Description: The Rock River, which winds 155 miles through northwestern Illinois, is one of the main tributaries to the Mississippi River and provides a diverse fishery. The river provides an aquatic resource of about 12,400 acres as it glides past towns like Rockford, Oregon, Dixon, Sterling and Rock Island before spilling into the Mississippi.
Best things to do around Oregon, Illinois, on the Rock River
May 3, 2024 · On the Rock River in Illinois. From the town of Oregon, visitors follow in Black Hawk's footsteps. © Beth Gauper. A 48-foot-tall statue of Black Hawk looks down the Rock River valley. In the northwest Illinois town of Oregon, a 48-foot concrete figure gazes over a …
Rock River | Wisconsin, Illinois, tributary | Britannica
Rock River, nonnavigable stream in the north-central United States that originates north of Horicon Marsh, near Brandon in Fond du Lac county, eastern Wisconsin, and flows in a generally southwesterly direction to join the Mississippi River at Rock Island, Illinois.
The Rock River National Water Trail
The Rock River Water Trail is of national significance for its great diversity and landscape, vista, recreation, cultural, and historic experience, and for its ease of accessibility. There are 155 access sites on the water trail, 50 of which are designated as accessible to persons with disabilities. Access sites are signed with the logo of the ...
Rock River Trail Scenic and Historic Route
Head out on the road for the journey of a lifetime! The Rock River offers a widely changing landscape through it’s 320 miles. Kickstands up, or tops down, pick your wheels of choice and head out to explore the 11 counties and 37 charming river communities along the way!
Castle Rock State Park - Illinois Department of Natural Resources
The park is centrally located in the Rock River Hills region of Illinois, and its rolling topography is drained by the Rock River. The park is representative of the Rock River Hills area with rock formations, ravines and unique northern plant associations.
Rock River Trail
Come have an adventure on the Rock River Trail as it winds through 320 scenic miles of Wisconsin & Illinois. We’re proud to be designated as a National Water Trail, but there’s so much more to do and see. In fact, the Rock River Trail has 10 more intriguing trails to explore.
Rock River - Oregon, Illinois
Rock River. Originating in Wisconsin, the Rock River meanders southwest, through the Horicon National Wildlife Refuge, entering Illinois north of Rockford. It continues flowing in a southwesterly direction, through Oregon, and finally enters the Mississippi River at Rock Island, Illinois.
Rock River National Water Trail: Erie to the Mississippi
Oct 30, 2024 · The Rock River Trail was established in 2010 to promote recreational use and appreciation of all 320 miles of the Rock River. Visit the trail online to learn more about how to hike, bike, paddle, horseback ride, drive, fly, or appreciate history, art, or chocolate along the trail!